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Self-motivation, when existent, is more powerful than any external motivational factor, yes. It’s no wonder that “self-motivational abilities” are often mentioned as a characteristic trait/habit of the majority of successful people.

Having said this, I also believe that all humans experience some degree of low motivation at some stages of their lives, as a result of continuous hardships, disappointments or “bad luck”, even when they’re putting in their utmost energy and positive hope in it. In such case, the power of external motivation comes in very handy or even necessary.

Sometimes that inspirational voice in ourselves dies out or is muted down though all kinds of factors and it does no harm in such case to call in the help of external motivators, whether professional or simply existent in our comfort zones; a good friend, a colleague or a family member.

Tony Robbins: Why we do what we do

Motivation has become an industry of itself, with big names like Anthony Robbins inspiring millions around the world with what often sounds like common sense but nonetheless very powerful to hear repetitively. But also through world-famous platforms like TED Talks featuring people from all backgrounds and colours who share the most inspiring words that we need to hear in order to revive our desire to achieve, flourish or believe in ourselves once again.

Feeling my way through the darkness Guided by a beating heart I can’t tell where the journey will end But I know where it starts

They tell me I’m too young to understand They say I’m caught up in a dream Well life will pass me by if I don’t open up my eyes Well that’s fine by me

So wake me up when it’s all over When I’m wiser and I’m older All this time I was finding myself And I didn’t know I was lost

So wake me up when it’s all over When I’m wiser and I’m older All this time I was finding myself And I didn’t know I was lost

I tried carrying the weight of the world But I only have two hands I hope I get the chance to travel the world And I don’t have any plans I wish that I could stay forever this young Not afraid to close my eyes Life’s a game made for everyoneAnd love is the prize

So wake me up when it’s all over When I’m wiser and I’m older All this time I was finding myself And I didn’t know I was lost

So wake me up when it’s all over When I’m wiser and I’m older All this time I was finding myself And I didn’t know I was lost

I didn’t know I was lost I didn’t know I was lost I didn’t know I was lost I didn’t know I was lost